Race Condition in Windows Device Association Service Allows Local Privilege Escalation
CVE-2026-24296

7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows 10 Version 1607
Windows 10 Version 1809
Windows 10 Version 21h2
Windows 10 Version 22h2
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 March 2026

What is CVE-2026-24296?

A vulnerability exists in the Windows Device Association Service due to improper synchronization during concurrent execution of shared resources. An attacker with authorized access can exploit this flaw to elevate their privileges locally, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive system functionalities or data. It is vital for users to stay informed about updates and apply security patches promptly to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

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Affected Version(s)

Windows 10 Version 1607 32-bit Systems 10.0.14393.0 < 10.0.14393.8957

Windows 10 Version 1809 32-bit Systems 10.0.17763.0 < 10.0.17763.8511

Windows 10 Version 21H2 32-bit Systems 10.0.19044.0 < 10.0.19044.7058

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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